Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Old Romney
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Old Romney. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Old Romney: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey flat roofs, flashings and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged ridges and hips and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks.
Roofs in small places like Old Romney often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Old Romney (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Old Romney, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Old Romney, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
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FAQs for Old Romney
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Old Romney, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Old Romney?
Yes. Old Romney is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What affects the price in Old Romney
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Common roof problems in Old Romney
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How long the report takes to arrive
Wind, rain and roofs in Old Romney
Old Romney is within about 4 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Marsh Academy will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. The streets around a church such as Church of St Clement are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Old Romney is about 10 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. In Old Romney, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN29. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ivychurch (2 miles north), New Romney (2 miles east), Brenzett (2 miles north-west), Lydd (3 miles south) and Brookland (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (10 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (10 miles north-west) and Cheriton (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Old Romney
Old Romney’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.9 miles north-west) and Romney 'castle' (less than half a mile north-east). For a walk, there’s Burnthouse Pen and Dungeness National.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.